LCSW
Yana Gaykov , LCSW
Therapist in New York
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About Yana
Yana approaches therapy as a collaborative process that honors clients' resilience and personal goals. She provides steady guidance and practical strategies while encouraging self-compassion and growth. Taking the first step toward greater well-being can feel daunting, and she offers supportive, respectful care to help people move toward a more fulfilling, balanced life.
As an LCSW, Yana brings clinical training in social work and extensive experience addressing complex personal and interpersonal struggles. Her work aims to blend evidence-based techniques with a strengths-focused perspective to meet each person where they are and support meaningful change.
Evidence-Based and Strengths-Focused Care Online
Yana uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical strategies and skills to reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning. These approaches often involve learning coping skills, practicing new ways of thinking about problems, and developing actionable plans to handle stress, anxiety, mood changes, and relationship difficulties.
She also works from a strengths-based, person-centered perspective that recognizes each individual as the expert of their own life. This approach emphasizes identifying existing resources and values, building on what already works, and setting goals that match the client’s priorities and circumstances.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work together. Yana collaborates with each client to determine which techniques fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone appointments, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different routines and comfort levels. Working with licensed professionals in these formats can make ongoing care more accessible while maintaining the focus on effective, personalized treatment.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Yana Gaykov have?
Yana Gaykov has 20 years of professional experience.
Is Yana Gaykov a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are NY LCSW 077791-1.
In which languages does Yana Gaykov provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Yana Gaykov located?
She is located in New York.
How can I work with Yana Gaykov as my therapist?
You can work with Yana Gaykov through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Yana Gaykov work with international clients?
Yana Gaykov does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Yana Gaykov cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
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Experience
20+ years
Licensed
New York
Languages
English
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